I agree that we need more presence in the city. A Melbourne-based sports team based right in front of tourists would be a gimmick, I am sure some people would get the urge to buy something official of the city as opposed to some cheap Asian merchandise from Swantson street.

But just to make a presence anyway. The population in the CBD is growing, and so is foot traffic. We are Melbourne. I really have never understood why we don't have a presence in the CBD.

Oh, and Canberra in the NRL just signed a $1.7 million sponsorship deal with a Chinese company. I look forward to Schwaby's return to the forums.

Seriously, if anyone uses the "gfc" argument again...

I agree that we need more presence in the city. A Melbourne-based sports team based right in front of tourists would be a gimmick, I am sure some people would get the urge to buy something official of the city as opposed to some cheap Asian merchandise from Swantson street. But just to make a presence anyway. The population in the CBD is growing, and so is foot traffic. We are Melbourne. I really have never understood why we don't have a presence in the CBD. Oh, and Canberra in the NRL just signed a $1.7 million sponsorship deal with a Chinese company. I look forward to Schwaby's return to the forums. Seriously, if anyone uses the "gfc" argument again...

With all due respect, C420, it's $850k p.a. for two years.

If that's what's on offer - they can't afford us.

The Raiders are on a different playing field to the MFC.

Huawei just got into Canberra on the cheap. That's all.

On a side note, as it looks like we won't have a second major sponsor heading into the season, does anyone know if the limited edition Reach guernseys will become a little less limited? Are there any plans to sell another batch?

I'd really like to get my hands on at least one with Jim's number.

On a side note, as it looks like we won't have a second major sponsor heading into the season, does anyone know if the limited edition Reach guernseys will become a little less limited? Are there any plans to sell another batch?

I'd really like to get my hands on at least one with Jim's number.

I thought the same thing. I jumped onto the website to order one yesterday and looks like they've all gone.

Seriously, if anyone uses the "gfc" argument again...

So you think sponsorship investment in a football team during these tough times where the investment doesnt provide a suitable is a non argument ?

On a side note, as it looks like we won't have a second major sponsor heading into the season, does anyone know if the limited edition Reach guernseys will become a little less limited? Are there any plans to sell another batch?

I'd really like to get my hands on at least one with Jim's number.

They're still available JacK Jack. I received mine Tuesday just gone.

Go to the Demon shop on the MFC website to order.

They're still available JacK Jack. I received mine Tuesday just gone.

Go to the Demon shop on the MFC website to order.

I've looked several times and can't seem to find them. They advertise that they are available, but are nowhere to be found.

Is Bill Gates screwing with my head again?

I've looked several times and can't seem to find them. They advertise that they are available, but are nowhere to be found.

Is Bill Gates screwing with my head again?

Again....that's what I found. I went onto the website to order one, but it seems as though after you click on the link - it takes you to the general shop page rather than to the order page like it did previously.

Just rang the shop and they have a new order coming in today with all sizes. All good!

Just rang the shop and they have a new order coming in today with all sizes. All good!

Legend.

I've looked several times and can't seem to find them. They advertise that they are available, but are nowhere to be found.

Is Bill Gates screwing with my head again?

Its happening already Jack Jack...

http://www.bgr.com/2012/03/28/anonymous-hackers-plan-to-shut-down-the-internet-this-saturday/

Its happening already Jack Jack...

http://www.bgr.com/2...-this-saturday/

Is that Acker beating the drums again? Looks like him.

The papers will go bonkers with 'Acker the hacker'

Is that Acker beating the drums again? Looks like him.

The papers will go bonkers with 'Acker the hacker'

Wow, that is a very good look-a-like! I thought Acker was just a virus.

I asked MFC on Twitter if they'd have some Reach guernsey at the store on Saturday and they said yes.

It would appear that at least one club has managed to get a "large Chinese" firm over the line in sponsorship:

http://www.abc.net.au/news/2012-03-30/chinese-tech-firm-signs-deal-with-canberra-raiders/3923516

I, of course, have no idea what, if any, implications there are for our quest.

It would appear that at least one club has managed to get a "large Chinese" firm over the line in sponsorship:

http://www.abc.net.a...raiders/3923516

I, of course, have no idea what, if any, implications there are for our quest.

Refer to post 1077.

CS really has his work cut out for him now. Imagine trying to attract a sponsor after such a performance.

CS really has his work cut out for him now. Imagine trying to attract a sponsor after such a performance.

With more performances like that we'll be splashed all over the papers, tv etc. That's great coverage for a sponsor.

With more performances like that we'll be splashed all over the papers, tv etc. That's great coverage for a sponsor.

Exactly.

We have a habit of attracting a lot of media attention. Perfect for sponsors.

The Presidents lunch was attended by 2 Chinese Guests To be called John & ???.

This was obviously done to keep this thread alive and beating.

Beyond Blue?

well after last weekends performance i would guess any potential sponsors are running for the hills

well after last weekends performance i would guess any potential sponsors are running for the hills

Sponsors dont care about on field performance, thye care about their exposure.

And about 6 articles in the papers ect would suggest that is high imo

Sponsors dont care about on field performance, thye care about their exposure.

And about 6 articles in the papers ect would suggest that is high imo

Still no sponsor though JT